Antiques & collecting

Velvets, satins and velours in luxe rusts and deep emeralds epitomise this season’s spirit of sumptuousness

WELL-WORN, FADED AND IMPERFECT. GO BACK IN TIME TO FURNISH YOUR HOME WITH PIECES THAT TELL A STORY, SAYS TALLULAH RUSHAYA

Romanos Brihi and Venetia Rudebeck of Studio Vero discuss layering textures for interiors full of charisma

A beautifully dressed bed is just as important as the other decor elements in a bedroom – and these ones are the fairest of them all

Versatile and timeless, these simple decorating staples are continually being revived. From dainty ginghams to contemporary tartan designs, there are plenty of fresh ideas to enhance any interior

YOU WILL NEED FOR EACH CUSHION ■ Fabric A: 75x45cm – front and one envelope back ■ Fabric B: 65x45cm – appliqué and one envelope back ■ Bondaweb: 35x35cm ■ Cushion pad: 46cm ■ Paper for the template ■